Data Protection Manager
Data Protection Manager is required by a leading, professional services organisation based in Bristol on a hybrid working basis.
A leading organisation within the professional services sector is seeking an experienced Data Protection Manager to play a key role in shaping and embedding a robust data privacy framework across the business.
This is a senior, highly visible position responsible for driving data protection strategy, leading a small specialist team, and ensuring compliance with evolving privacy regulations. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, acting as a trusted advisor across the organisation while maintaining a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
Reporting into senior leadership, the Data Protection Manager will take ownership of data protection and privacy initiatives across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Working closely with teams across technology, governance, and security, you will help embed best practice and ensure compliance is effectively integrated into business processes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing data protection strategy in line with regulatory requirements
- Acting as the subject matter expert on UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant international frameworks
- Building strong relationships across the business to promote a culture of privacy and compliance
- Overseeing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and advising on risk mitigation
- Managing data breach processes, including response, reporting, and continuous improvement
- Developing and maintaining privacy policies, procedures, and notices
- Ensuring appropriate data sharing agreements are in place
- Delivering training and awareness programmes across the organisation
- Leading and mentoring a small data protection team
About You:
- Proven experience in a Data Protection or Privacy leadership role
- Strong knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection legislation, with exposure to international regulations advantageous
- Relevant certifications such as CIPP/E and/or CIPM
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience managing competing priorities within a complex environment
- A collaborative approach with the ability to drive cultural change
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £65,000 – £75,000 p/a
- 10% discretionary bonus
- Hybrid working (3 days per week in a central Bristol office)
- Generous pension contribution
- 25 days holiday plus additional options to buy more
- Comprehensive wellbeing and healthcare benefits
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Additional lifestyle and financial benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to continuous improvement, where data protection plays a critical role in its ongoing success.